Gold purification activated carbon is a specialized type of activated carbon used in the gold extraction and refining industry. It has a high surface area, excellent adsorption capacity, and uniform pore structure, enabling it to adsorb gold ions from leach solutions efficiently.
The Gold Purification Activated Carbon Making Machine is designed to produce high-quality activated carbon suitable for gold recovery processes, including cyanidation and other leaching methods. The equipment converts raw materials such as coconut shells, coal, wood, or palm shells into activated carbon optimized for precious metal adsorption.
What is a Gold Purification Activated Carbon Making Machine?
A Gold Purification Activated Carbon Making Machine is industrial equipment used to produce activated carbon tailored for the gold recovery process. This activated carbon must have:
High adsorption rate for gold ions
Low impurity content
Uniform granule or pellet size
Resistance to harsh chemical environments
The machine integrates:
Carbonization
Activation (steam or chemical)
Granulation
Cooling and packaging
Raw Materials for Gold Purification Activated Carbon
Common raw materials include:
Coconut shells – microporous, high hardness, and excellent adsorption
Coal – anthracite or bituminous coal with high carbon content
Bamboo and wood – biomass options with mesoporous structures
Palm kernel shells – renewable and hard material suitable for gold adsorption
Pre-treatment involves:
Crushing to uniform particle size
Drying to reduce moisture below 10%
Screening to remove impurities
Working Principle of Gold Purification Activated Carbon Making Machine
Step 1: Crushing and Drying
Raw materials are crushed and dried to ensure uniform particle size and moisture control for efficient carbonization.
Step 2: Carbonization
Crushed material is heated in acarbonization furnace under low-oxygen conditions. Volatile compounds are removed, leaving carbon-rich char suitable for activation. Rotary kilns or batch furnaces can be used depending on production capacity.
Step 3: Activation
Steam Activation – high-temperature steam reacts with carbon char to create micropores for gold adsorption
Chemical Activation – chemicals such as KOH or H₃PO₄ enhance the surface area and adsorption capacity
Step 4: Granulation and Screening
Activated carbon is granulated into uniform sizes or pellets to ensure optimal performance in gold leaching tanks. Screening ensures consistent particle size and quality.
Step 5: Cooling and Packaging
Finished activated carbon is cooled to prevent oxidation, stabilized, and packaged for gold purification applications.
Structure of a Gold Purification Activated Carbon Making Machine
A complete production line includes:
Crusher & Grinder – reduces raw material particle size